Test Specialist - 3rd Shift

Hitachi, Ltd.; Alamo (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Alamo, Tennessee, seeks a Test Specialist on the 3rd shift to perform production and specialized testing on power bushings up to 230 kV. You will collaborate with engineering and quality teams to ensure products meet specifications and customer expectations.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and continuous learning, with hands-on work in a manufacturing environment and opportunities to build skills and a long-term career.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or two-year certificate in a technical field (or equivalent experience).
• At least two years of experience in product testing, quality, or a related area.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and drawings.
• Comfort working with testing equipment and industrial components.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Commitment to safety, accuracy, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures, work instructions, and assembly drawings.
• Perform production and special testing on power bushings up to 230 kV.
• Test condenser bushings to applicable industry and customer specifications.
• Work with oil-filled and epoxy condenser bushings and related components.
• Accurately document and communicate test results or failures.
• Partner with supervisors, engineering, and quality teams to resolve issues.
• Continuously train on new testing equipment and processes.
• Safely handle and manipulate materials up to 35 pounds.

Skills

Reading drawings

Quality testing

Test equipment operation

Microsoft Office

Safety awareness

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy is hiring a Test Specialist – 3rd Shift to join the team in Alamo, Tennessee. This is a hands‑on role where precision, safety, and quality come together to support the production of high‑voltage power bushings used around the world.

In this position, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring products meet design specifications, customer expectations, and industry standards. From performing production and special testing to collaborating with engineering and quality partners, your work helps deliver reliable energy solutions that keep communities connected.

If you enjoy working with technical equipment, following detailed procedures, and continuously building your skills in a manufacturing environment, this role offers stability, growth, and the opportunity to make a real impact—while working a consistent third‑shift schedule.

How You’ll make an impact

• Follow safety procedures, work instructions, and assembly drawings

• Perform production and special testing on power bushings up to 230 kV

• Test condenser bushings to applicable industry and customer specifications

• Work with oil‑filled and epoxy condenser bushings and related components

• Accurately document and communicate test results or failures

• Partner with supervisors, engineering, and quality teams to resolve issues

• Continuously train on new testing equipment and processes

• Safely handle and manipulate materials up to 35 pounds

Your Background

• Associate’s degree or two‑year certificate in a technical field (or equivalent experience)

• At least two years of experience in product testing, quality, or a related area

• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and drawings

• Comfort working with testing equipment and industrial components

• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

• Commitment to safety, accuracy, and continuous learning

More About Ss

• Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader advancing a sustainable energy future

• Team members benefit from a strong safety culture and collaborative environment

• Opportunities are available to grow skills, expand knowledge, and build a long‑term career

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

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